On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s surprising resiliency, and why they are still the best team in baseball despite injuries. Jon also catches up with Dave Parker, two-time World Series Champion, 1978 NL MVP, and author of Cobra: A Life of Baseball and Brotherhood (22:08)! They discuss the […]
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Bears OTA Update, Dave Parker Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-11-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses updates from Bears OTAs, and explains why there’s still no answer regarding the quarterback competition. Jon also catches up with Dave Parker, two-time World Series Champion, 1978 NL MVP, and author of Cobra: A Life of Baseball and Brotherhood (21:08)! They discuss the […]
Carson Wentz Trade Rumors, Jared Diamond Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-8-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Carson Wentz trade rumors, and explains why the Bears acquiring him would be a big mistake. Jon also catches up with Jared Diamond, national MLB writer at The Wall Street Journal, and author of Swing Kings (19:45)! They discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame election […]
Are The Cubs An Enigma?, Jared Diamond Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-2-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ signing of Joc Pederson, and evaluates their expectations in 2021. Jon also catches up with Jared Diamond, national MLB writer at The Wall Street Journal, and author of Swing Kings (19:16)! They discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame election results, and […]
The Bears “Pass” On Stafford, Bret Boone Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-1-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Matthew Stafford trade, and evaluates the Bears remaining options at quarterback. Jon also catches up with Bret Boone, 3-time MLB All-Star, 4-time Gold Glove Award winner, and host of The Boone Podcast (21:32)! They further discuss Hank Aaron’s legacy, and his place amongst baseball’s […]
Hank Aaron’s Legacy, Bret Boone Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-26-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul reflects on the life of Hank Aaron, and explains why he is still baseball’s true home run king. Jon also catches up with Bret Boone, 3-time MLB All-Star, 4-time Gold Glove Award winner, and host of The Boone Podcast (16:32)! They further discuss Hank […]
Theo Epstein As Commissioner?, Billy Wagner Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-18-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down Theo Epstein’s new job, and what it means for the future of baseball. Jon also catches up with Billy Wagner, 7-time MLB All-Star, Baseball Hall of Fame candidate, and Head Baseball Coach at The Miller School (22:20)! They discuss his legendary MLB […]
Bears Playoff Preview, Bob Nightengale Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-8-21)
On today’s show, Jon breaks down the Bears’ upcoming matchup against New Orleans, and explains what they need to do to pull off an upset. Jon also catches up with Bob Nightengale, Senior MLB Columnist for USA TODAY, and MLB Network Insider (22:04)! They discuss the Mets’ acquisition of Francisco Lindor, […]
Bulls Rebuild Paying Off, Billy Wagner Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-6-21)
On today’s show, Jon breaks down the Bulls’ encouraging 3-4 start, and explains why there’s still much more improvement to come. Jon also catches up with Billy Wagner, 7-time MLB All-Star, Baseball Hall of Fame candidate, and Head Baseball Coach at The Miller School (14:47)! They discuss his legendary MLB […]
The Bears Are Playoff Bound, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-5-21)
On today’s show, Jon breaks down the Bears’ loss to Green Bay, and explains why the team’s playoff berth should be celebrated. Jon also catches up with Phil Rogers, national MLB writer for Forbes, and BBWAA member (21:53)! They discuss the Cubs’ decision to trade Yu Darvish, and what it […]